December weather forecastGeelong, Australia

December

Weather in December

December in Geelong brings forth an idyllic weather setting fitting for the holiday season. The uptick in average peak temperatures serves as a nudge towards the imminent summer season. The mildly chilly nights that are distinctive to this month do little to offset the enjoyable weather conditions. A remarkable visibility of 10km (6.2mi) enhances the enjoyment of the city's picturesque landscape. With typical wind speeds steady at 11.7km/h (7.3mph), the climate remains balmy, accommodating activities that run long into the warm, starry nights.

Temperature

Geelong's shift into December sets the average high-temperature at a warm 23.1°C (73.6°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from November's 21.1°C (70°F). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 12.6°C (54.7°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Geelong, Australia, is 67%.

Rainfall

In Geelong, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. In Geelong, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 377mm (14.84") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Geelong is 16.8°C (62.2°F).
Note: Most people find swimming in 16.8°C (62.2°F) to be not enjoyable. The control of one's breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

With an average of 14h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year in Geelong.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:48 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, December has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the highest UV index in Geelong is December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Geelong are 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 12.6°C (54.7°F) respectively.

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

In December, in Geelong, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

In December, the average sea temperature in Geelong is 16.8°C (62.2°F). For most, swimming in 16.8°C (62.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

With an average of 14h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

The average day length in December in Geelong is 14h and 46min.

On the first day of December in Geelong, Australia, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:48 pm AEDT.

The month with the most sunshine in Geelong, Australia, is December, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Geelong is 9.7h.

December is the month with the highest UV index in Geelong, Australia, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Geelong, Australia, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average high temperature in December: 23.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (7°C).

Average pressure in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average pressure in December: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average rainfall in December: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average sea temperature in December: 16.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August and September (13.8°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average daylight in December: 14h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average UV index in December: 6

The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are May and August (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Geelong, Australia

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, July, August, September, October and November (9km).